HALF MOON BAY , Calif., January 24, 2012—You don’t have to be a sporty woman to want to keep warm and dry in the winter when you’re outside. Here are some key items—from wool to down to snow-proof skiwear—that will help you enjoy the outdoors, even in the roughest months. All are products that have gotten rave reviews from sport-minded women, and on top of that, I’ve wear-tested them myself.

Icebreaker Quantum Hood

An Icebreaker Women’s Quantum Hood is an ideal weapon in the fight against winter. Made of 100 percent merino wool, the mid-weight jacket is cozy and soft—but lacks the itch factor. The sleeves come with thumb loops, so you can secure them lower on your hands when the weather’s

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Explore the Northwest Timber Trail at Tiger Mountain

With clear skies and temperatures forecasted for the 70s and even 80s this weekend, there's no reason to not put on those hiking shoes and try this snow-free trail. The Tiger Summit trailhead (State Route 18) at Tiger Mountain provides a diverse menu

On the trail with Fido

Energetic dogs can break a leg stepping into a crevice or a hole in the snow. Products are available to prevent paw injuries, but the best thing to do is just keep in mind that the dogs aren't wearing shoes; any terrain that would cause you concern if

Man endures blisters to view beauty of wilderness

Gantz has set his sights on thru-hiking the Continental Divide Trail, a 3100-mile odyssey known as the “King of Trails” that winds its way along the Rocky Mountains from Canada to Mexico through some of the nation's most rugged backcountry.

Five of Sweden's Best Hiking Trails

Stout waterproof shoes are essential. Many Swedes prefer wooden-soled Wellingtons for the more northerly trails or boots made by companies like Lundhags. Otherwise normal hiking boots will suffice. The trekking season lasts from June to September,

Mt. Diablo Epiphany and Hiking Through Waterfalls

We eventually reached snow again, and had to guess our way up Silver Pass in wet shoes and deep snow. Coming down this we got completely lost and found ourselves carefully working our way to the edge of snowy precipices in search of a way down the

The Best Hiking Shoes for Snow | Trails.com

The Best Hiking Shoes for Snow. It makes sense that the best hiking shoes for snow would be waterproof, made of leather and warm on the inside. At the same time, hiking ...

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